U.S. tariffs, by country and week

Tariffs on Cars Imported into the U.S.

When you import a car into the United States, the tariff you pay depends on the type of car and where it comes from.

Standard passenger cars (sedans, SUVs, station wagons) typically face a 2.5% tariff on their value. So if you're importing a $30,000 car, you'd pay around $750 in duties under normal circumstances.

However, additional tariffs may significantly increase what you actually pay, depending on the country of origin. The U.S. has imposed extra duties on vehicles from many countries due to trade disputes and national security measures. For example:

• Section 232 automotive tariffs add substantial duties (often 25%) on top of the base rate for vehicles from many countries
• Cars from Canada and Mexico that meet specific North American content requirements under the USMCA trade agreement may qualify for reduced rates or exemptions from some of these additional tariffs
• Electric vehicles (pure battery-powered cars) and plug-in hybrid vehicles (cars with both gas/diesel engines and electric motors that can charge from an outlet) face the same 2.5% base tariff as regular cars, but may also be subject to the additional duties mentioned above

The bottom line: Where your car is made matters a lot. A car fully manufactured in the U.S. faces no import tariff. A car from Canada or Mexico that meets regional content rules might face lower duties. Cars from other countries could face tariffs totaling 27.5% or more of their value when you add up all the different trade measures currently in place.

If you're considering importing a specific vehicle, knowing its country of origin is essential for estimating the actual cost.

U.S. Tariffs on Steel Imports

Steel imported into the United States is generally duty-free under standard tariff rates. However, additional tariffs may apply depending on where the steel comes from.

Additional Steel Tariffs (Section 232)

Since 2018, the U.S. has imposed extra tariffs on steel imports from most countries under national security measures (called "Section 232" tariffs). These additional duties are:

• 25% tariff on most steel products from many countries
• Some countries have negotiated quotas (limits on how much they can export without the extra tariff) or exemptions
• A few countries like Mexico and Canada may qualify for tariff exemptions under trade agreements, though rules have changed over time

The country of origin matters significantly for steel imports. Recent policy changes have strengthened these steel tariffs further.

What This Means for Your Wallet

If you're buying steel products—whether construction materials, automotive parts, or manufactured goods containing steel—the price you pay likely includes these tariffs. Importers typically pass these costs along to consumers and businesses, making steel-containing products more expensive than they would be without the tariffs.

To get the exact tariff rate for your specific situation, you'll need to know:

• What country the steel is coming from
• The specific type of steel product (pipes, sheets, bars, wire, etc.)

Tariffs on iPhones

iPhones imported into the U.S. are currently duty-free under standard trade rules. This means Apple and other companies don't pay tariffs when bringing iPhones into the country from manufacturing locations like China.

However, this could change depending on where the phone comes from. The U.S. government has imposed additional tariffs on many products from certain countries (especially China) under various trade measures. If you're asking because you've heard about potential new tariffs on smartphones, those would be additional duties on top of the standard rate—which is currently zero.

What this means for consumers: Right now, tariffs aren't adding to iPhone prices. But if new country-specific tariffs are announced on smartphones from China or other manufacturing hubs, those costs could potentially be passed along to you at the register. The actual impact would depend on whether Apple absorbs the cost, shifts production, or raises prices.

If you're asking about a specific country of origin or recent tariff announcements, let me know and I can give you more targeted information!

U.S. Import Tariffs on Coffee

Good news for coffee lovers: Coffee beans are duty-free when imported into the United States, whether they're roasted or unroasted, caffeinated or decaffeinated. This means no tariff is charged on the raw or roasted coffee beans themselves.

However, processed coffee products have small tariffs:

• Instant coffee (the freeze-dried or spray-dried kind) is also duty-free
• Coffee substitutes containing real coffee (like chicory-coffee blends) have a tariff of 1.5 cents per kilogram
• Prepared coffee products with added ingredients (like sweetened coffee drinks or coffee mixes) can have tariffs ranging from 8.5% to 30.5 cents per kilogram plus 8.5%, depending on sugar content and other factors

Important note about additional tariffs: Depending on which country your coffee comes from, there may be additional duties beyond these standard rates. Recent changes have exempted coffee from certain countries (like Brazil) from extra tariffs that were previously imposed. If you're concerned about a specific source country, let me know and I can provide more detailed information.

For electric coffee makers: These have a 3.7% tariff, though many specific models qualify for duty-free treatment under temporary provisions.

U.S. Tariffs on Fresh Produce

Fresh produce imported into the United States generally faces low to moderate tariffs, though rates vary significantly by product type and country of origin.

Common fresh vegetables like tomatoes, peppers, onions, and cucumbers typically have tariffs ranging from free (0%) to around 20% of the product's value. Many items enter duty-free or with minimal charges. For example, spinach faces a 20% tariff, while some seasonal vegetables have small fixed charges per kilogram. Fresh fruits such as berries, melons, and tropical fruits often enter duty-free or with tariffs under 3%. Items like blueberries, cranberries, and kiwifruit have no tariff, while products like durians and persimmons face around 2.2%.

Important note about country of origin: Beyond these standard rates, additional tariffs may apply depending on where your produce comes from. The U.S. has imposed extra duties on goods from certain countries as part of trade disputes and national security measures. To get the most accurate picture of what you'll actually pay, you'll want to know the specific country your produce is coming from.

Trade agreements can lower costs: Produce from Canada and Mexico often qualifies for reduced or zero tariffs under the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), though some products still face standard rates or seasonal restrictions.

Wine Tariffs: What You Pay When Importing to the U.S.

Wine imported into the U.S. faces very low tariffs - typically between 6 to 22 cents per liter, depending on the type and alcohol content. Most wines from countries with normal trade relations (including all major wine-exporting nations) come in duty-free or nearly free.

Common wine categories:

• Sparkling wines (like Champagne, Prosecco, Cava): About 20 cents per liter, but duty-free from most countries including France, Italy, Spain, and Australia
• Regular table wines (red, white, rosé): 6-14 cents per liter for wines under 14% alcohol; 17-22 cents per liter for wines over 14% alcohol. Again, duty-free from most major wine countries
• Fortified wines (Port, Sherry, Marsala): Similar low rates, mostly duty-free from key producers

Special note on premium white wines: Expensive white wines (over $1.05 per liter, in containers under 1 gallon) from certain countries may face additional tariffs of 200% - meaning triple the normal cost. This mainly affects high-end European whites if trade disputes arise, but isn't currently applied widely.

Bottom line: For everyday wine drinkers and small importers, U.S. wine tariffs are minimal. The bigger cost factors are typically shipping, state taxes, and retail markups rather than federal import duties.

U.S. Import Tariffs on Shoes

The tariff you pay on imported shoes depends heavily on what the shoes are made of, their price, and where they come from. Here's the basic breakdown:

Common Shoe Tariffs:

Athletic and casual shoes (sneakers, gym shoes, basketball shoes) with rubber or plastic soles typically face tariffs ranging from 6% to 20% of the shoe's value, depending on the price point. More expensive athletic shoes (over $12/pair) generally face a 20% tariff.

Leather dress shoes and casual leather footwear usually have lower tariffs, around 8.5% to 10% for most styles. However, some specialized leather shoes can enter duty-free or face rates as low as 4-5%.

House slippers get more favorable treatment, with rates around 7% for most types.

The cheapest shoes (under $3/pair) often enter duty-free, while mid-priced shoes ($3-12/pair) face complex tariffs that combine a fixed dollar amount per pair plus a percentage of value.

Important factors:

• Country matters: Shoes from countries with special trade agreements (like many in Southeast Asia, Latin America, and elsewhere) may qualify for reduced or zero tariffs. However, shoes from certain countries may face additional duties on top of the standard rates.

• Material makes a difference: Shoes with textile uppers, rubber uppers, or leather uppers each fall under different tariff categories with different rates.

If you're looking to understand the cost of a specific type of shoe from a particular country, let me know the style and source country for a more precise answer!

U.S. Import Tariffs on Pharmaceuticals

Most pharmaceutical products entering the United States are duty-free, meaning there's no import tax on them. This includes:

• Finished medicines (pills, injections, syrups)
• whether prescription or over-the-counter
• Active pharmaceutical ingredients (the raw materials used to make medicines)
• Medical supplies like sterile bandages, surgical sutures, and wound dressings
• Vaccines and biological products

What This Means for You

If you're buying prescription medications, vitamins, or common health products from abroad, you generally won't pay import tariffs. This helps keep medicine prices more affordable than they would be otherwise.

A Few Exceptions

Some specialized pharmaceutical products may have small tariffs (typically 1-4%), but these are uncommon. The duty-free status applies regardless of which country the pharmaceuticals come from - whether it's Canada, Europe, India, or elsewhere.

Additional Considerations

While pharmaceuticals are generally duty-free, country-specific additional duties could apply depending on where the product originates. If you're concerned about a specific medication from a particular country, the source country matters for determining if any extra fees apply beyond the standard rates.

The duty-free treatment reflects a long-standing U.S. policy to keep essential medicines affordable and accessible.

U.S. Import Tariffs on Lumber

Good news for lumber imports: Most lumber coming into the U.S. is duty-free.

When you import lumber—whether it's basic construction lumber, dimensional lumber (like 2x4s), or wood planks—there's generally no tariff charged. This applies to common types like pine, spruce, fir, Douglas fir, hemlock, and cedar. Whether the lumber is rough-cut or planed doesn't change this—it's still free of duties.

However, there are important exceptions:

If you're importing processed or specialty lumber products like moldings, wood flooring, laminated beams, or pre-cut building components, tariffs can range from 3.2% to 8% of the product's value, depending on the specific item. For example, wood flooring and engineered lumber products typically face a 3.2% tariff.

Country matters: While most lumber enters duty-free regardless of origin, additional tariffs may apply depending on where the lumber comes from. The Trump Administration has implemented Section 232 tariffs on timber and lumber from certain countries as a national security measure. If you're importing from a specific country (especially outside of Canada or Mexico), you may face these additional duties on top of the standard rates.

Bottom line: Basic construction lumber is duty-free, but if you're bringing in finished wood products or importing from certain countries, expect to pay a small percentage-based tariff.

U.S. Import Tariffs on Cabinets

Standard Tariff: Cabinets imported into the U.S. are generally duty-free under normal circumstances. This includes kitchen cabinets, office cabinets, and other types of furniture cabinets made from various materials like wood, metal, or plastic.

Additional Duties Apply: However, finished kitchen cabinets and vanities face an extra 25% tariff on top of the standard rate, depending on where they're manufactured. This additional duty is part of trade measures affecting certain wood products. So if you're importing a completed kitchen cabinet, you're likely paying that extra 25%, making the total tariff rate 25% (since the base rate is free).

What About Origin? The country where your cabinets are made matters. Cabinets from countries like Japan, the EU, South Korea, and the UK may face different additional tariff rates (ranging from 10% to 15%) if they fall under specific wood product categories. If you're buying cabinets from a particular country, knowing the source will help determine the exact rate you'll pay.

Bottom Line: For most household or office cabinets that aren't kitchen-specific, expect no tariff. For kitchen cabinets and vanities, budget for an additional 25% duty in most cases.